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On Anasara Panchami, Lord Jagannath and his siblings receive Phuluri oil treatment, a traditional herbal remedy during their stay at Srimandir, Puri. This ritual aids their recovery from illness induced by the Snana Yatra's ceremonial baths.

Five individuals died from lightning strikes in Odisha's Bargarh and Balangir districts, with three fatalities under a tree and two in a paddy field. The Chief Minister announced an ex-gratia of Rs 4 lakh for the victims' families and ensured free treatment for the injured.

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Odisha government will have to incur a huge loss by banning liquor in the State. Hence, questions are being raised over the practicability behind the liquor ban in Odisha.

The Odisha government has directed the resumption of public grievance hearings across all departments starting July 1, 2024. All grievances must be registered on the Jana Sunani portal.

The situation has triggered widespread resentment among the residents of the concerned areas.

Though 1990- batch IAS officer Ahuja will retire after six months, he is considered a strong contender for the coveted post.

Star defender Amit Rohidas has been selected in the squad as the only Odia player. This will be the second Olympics for Amit.

In Puri, termites have damaged the 'Sakhi' wooden idols used in Rath Yatra chariots due to poor maintenance. This has caused discontent among devotees and servitors, who now demand better care and preservation of these religious artifacts.

The BJP government in Odisha, led by Minister Nityananda Gond, plans a phase-wise approach to make the state liquor-free. Despite concerns about revenue, the initiative aims to counteract societal issues caused by alcohol and drugs.

A distressing video from Chandbali, Odisha showing a woman being assaulted and dragged by policemen has gone viral. Despite recent directives from the Chief Minister for better police services, this incident highlights severe misconduct. An investigation is underway.

Sudarsan Pattnaik urged Odisha CM Mohan Majhi to direct ASI for urgent repairs of the Ratna Bhandar chamber in Lord Jagannath Temple, citing structural damages and risks exacerbated by the upcoming monsoon.

Odisha's BJP-led government plans to develop Cuttack and Bhubaneswar into a Triple City by including Puri, as announced by Housing & Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra. The initiative aims to enhance urban infrastructure and connectivity while creating job opportunities and reducing migration.

Odisha-cadre IFS officer V Karthik faces severe allegations including sending inappropriate messages to female trainees and staff, developing intimate relationships, and causing mental harassment. An Internal Complaints Committee recommends his immediate repatriation and bars future postings in training or female-based organizations.

Odisha's BJP government, citing past BJD rule's alleged involvement in a mining scam, vows to implement the Shah Commission's recommendations against illegal mining.